TWFest 2026 Gala

TWFest 2026 Gala

AN EVENING WITH KATHLEEN TURNER

Thursday, November 19, 2026

The third annual TWFest Gala promises to be another decadent night of revelry at the New Marigny Theatre, 2301 Marais Street, with live music, culinary delights, and literary libations, plus our awards for excellence in theater, arts advocacy, and literature.

The star of the evening is award-winning actress Kathleen Turner, who will be in conversation with actress and longtime Festival favorite, Brenda Currin.

Our gala theme is Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, in honor of Ms. Turner’s Tony-nominated performance in Williams’ play.

The evening begins at 7 pm with doors open to all ticket holders to enjoy the complimentary welcome cocktail, cash bar, South Louisiana cuisine, cat tattoos, and live music.

The VIP experience includes reserved table seating, welcome champagne, table service, a farewell toast, and meet and greet with Kathleen Turner and Brenda Currin.
Tickets are $250 for the VIP Experience and $100 General Admission.
Gala Marquee Donors receive recognition in addition to VIP tickets as follows:

Ensemble
$1,000 Level
2 VIP Gala Tickets, plus recognition:

  • Gala Program
  • Website

Actor
$2,500 Level
4 VIP Gala Tickets, plus recognition:

  • Gala Program
  • Website
  • Newsletter

Director
$5,000 Level
6 VIP Gala Tickets, plus recognition:

  • Gala Program
  • Acknowledgement from stage
  • Website
  • Newsletter
  • Social Media

Playwright
$10,000 Level
8 VIP Gala Tickets, plus recognition:

  • Gala Program
  • Acknowledgement from stage
  • Website
  • Newsletter
  • Social Media

Producer
$15,000 Level
8 VIP Gala Tickets (front row reserved table), plus recognition:

  • Gala Program
  • Acknowledgement from stage
  • Event signage
  • Event press
  • Website
  • Newsletter
  • Social Media
Questions? Email us at info@tennesseewilliams.net

Price range: $100.00 through $15,000.00